• CANCELED—Twilight hike: secrets of the solstice

    This year, we’re seeking out the last bit of sunshine on the cusp of the winter solstice, the shortest day of the year. Join us as we take a special walk around one of our most peaceful locations, Miwok Meadows. As one of the best places to see the park’s... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »

  • New Year’s sunrise hike: say hello to 2026

    China Camp Village Point parking lot

    Ring in the new year in a spectacular way. Join naturalist Harold Hirsch as he leads our annual New Year’s Day sunrise hike—a heart-pumping and fun way to welcome 2026. Start with an invigorating ascent to one of China Camp’s premier vista points, then, at 7:26 a.m., watch the sun... Read more »

  • Watch winter’s king tides

    Turtle Back Trailhead

    Experience the extraordinary phenomenon of king tides at China Camp State Park. This guided, family-friendly walk will explore how these exceptionally high tides shape our shorelines, wetlands, and wildlife—and what they can teach us about future sea-level rise. Along the way, participants will learn about the park’s unique natural and... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »

  • Speaker Series: the building of the Grace Quan

    China Camp Village 100 China Camp Village Rd, San Rafael, CA, CA, United States

    Would you be inspired by fragments of wood buried in bay mud? Most of us would probably shrug and say nope, but lucky for us, someone saw them and dreamed. That person was John Muir, a key player in the formation of Friends of China Camp and our long-time historian... Read more »

  • Birding walk: the importance of habitats

    Turtle Back Trailhead

    January is an excellent time for birding at China Camp. The park’s diverse habitats, including coastal wetlands, meadows, and lush forests, provide a home for roughly 60 different resident species. Winter visitors also flock to the park, such as the tree swallow shown here, which typically arrives later this month.... Read more »

  • Give-back morning at China Camp

    China Camp Ranger Station 101 Peacock Gap Trail, San Rafael, CA, United States

    Friends of China Camp, a non-profit organization, works hard to keep our park safe and beautiful—but we can’t do it without our dedicated team of volunteers! Join us for a fun and rewarding morning of giving back. This is a great time to meet fellow nature enthusiasts, get some fresh... Read more »